Can Family Members Pay an Inmate's Fines and Restitution in Federal Prison? We discuss whether family members on the street can pay fines, restitution, and court costs for an inmate in federal prison. We explain that yes, loved ones can make payments directly to the court clerk using the inmate's case number after the judgment and restitution order are entered. We also emphasize the importance of ensuring the court clerk updates the Bureau of Prisons so the inmate can be removed from the Financi